Text 1: Nutritionist Dr. Sarah Kim promotes intermittent fasting. "Time-restricted eating improves insulin sensitivity, promotes cellular repair, and aids weight management," Kim reports. "Fasting periods trigger beneficial metabolic processes."
Text 2: Registered dietitian Dr. James Park urges caution. "Intermittent fasting studies often have small samples and short durations," Park notes. "Effects vary by individual. People with eating disorder histories or certain medical conditions should avoid restrictive eating patterns."
What does Park's response suggest about applying Kim's recommendations?
That fasting has no biological effects
That universal recommendations may not suit all individuals
That nutrition science is entirely fraudulent
That eating patterns don't affect health
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the correct answer. Park emphasizes "effects vary by individual" and notes specific populations who "should avoid" fasting. Kim's general recommendations need individual tailoring.
- Evidence: Park: certain people "should avoid restrictive eating."
- Reasoning: Universal claims don't account for variation.
- Conclusion: Recommendations need individual application.
Choice A is incorrect because Park doesn't deny biological effects. Choice C is incorrect because Park doesn't reject science. Choice D is incorrect because Park acknowledges health effects.